San Diego County, CA
$315,000
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
3 Immaculate Lash locations!
Restaurant / lounge BUSINESS for sale
Los Angeles County, CA
$949,000
La Buena Liquor
Bakersfield, CA
$500,000
Chiropractic Practice for Sale in San Diego, CA
San Diego County, CA
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $236,516
Owner Retiring after 37 years. Dry Cleanings with Plant,
Santa Clara County, CA
$840,000
Recession Proof 20-year Roadway & Parking Lot Striping Business
San Francisco, CA
$2,300,000
Patented Speech Synthesis and Translation Solution
Alameda County, CA
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $1,000
Highly Profitable Kids Boutique with Over $300k Gross and $100k SDE
Los Angeles, CA
$175,000
Established Carpet Cleaning Franchise Resale - North San Diego County
San Diego County, CA
$175,000
Sandwich Shop Established 25 Yrs
Los Angeles County, CA
$120,000
Well Established, Full-Service Tennis & Pickleball Shop
Los Angeles County, CA
$790,000
Quality Fresh Submarine Sandwich Franchise in Oceanside
Oceanside, CA
$75,000
Sushi Restaurant close to South Coast Plaza
Costa Mesa, CA
$119,000
Established Kosher Market, Deli & Butcher Shop
Los Angeles County, CA
$1,345,000
Renowned and Profitable Preschool in the Heart of Silicon Valley
Santa Clara County, CA
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $474,476
Passion-T Snacks & Desserts in a great location
San Jose, CA
$199,000
Greg Michail, CBB
Sunbelt Business Brokers of Pasadena
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Sunbelt Business Brokers of Pasadena (SBBP) is a Southern California based firm specializing in business mergers, acquisitions, and valuations. It is part of the worldwide Sunbelt Network of over 300 offices. Sunbelt specializes in small and medium size privately held companies with a particular emphasis on manufacturing, distribution and select business-to-business service industries. Sunbelt is dedicated to providing clients with confidential and professional representation and assisting them in achieving their business objective. For more information, log on www.sunbeltpasadena.com.
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Sign Manufacturing - 40 Years In Business
San Bernardino County, CA
$149,000
Screw Machine Shop - Aerospace and Commercial
Orange County, CA
$650,000
Coin Laundry & Pickup Delivery Services For Sale in Daly City
Daly City, CA
$179,000
Established salon In South OC, Near Freeway , Very reasonable rent
Laguna Hills, CA
$38,000
Dog Daycare, Boarding & Grooming w/Stimulating Cage Free Play!
Burbank, CA
$415,000
Stunning remodeled restaurant opportunity in downtown Hermosa Beach
Hermosa Beach, CA
$325,000
Beauty Salon, 6 Chairs 2 Rooms 30-year Reputation
Orange County, CA
$100,000
Very Profitable, Well established Pharmacy, 160-180 scripts per day
Los Angeles County, CA
$1,350,000
Freight Brokerage w/Loyal Client Base - Established for 14 Years!
Los Angeles County, CA
$1,200,000
Dry Cleaner for Sale
Yorba Linda, CA
$80,000
Full Service Carwash
Perris, CA
$550,000
PRICE REDUCED!!! Full Bar & Restaurant Watsonville, Ca.
Watsonville, CA
$149,000
KOREAN TOFU HOUSE, 16 YRS BIZ, SHORT HOURS,OC,CA.
Orange County, CA
$199,000
Korean Restaurant for Sale in Popular Neighborhood | $249,000
Monterey County, CA
$249,000
Join the Booming Senior Care Business!
Ann Arbor, CA
$94,000
Korean Tofu House, 16 Yrs Biz, Short Hours,retire, Renowned Biz In Oc.
La Palma, CA
$269,000
Home Based Plant Care And Maintenance Business
Los Angeles County, CA
$150,000
Sushi restaurant in Pasadena
Pasadena, CA
$210,000
Mexican Restaurant
Placer County, CA
$249,000
Established Top Rated Burger Restaurant in Prime SF Location
San Francisco, CA
$129,000
Dental Practice FOR SALE, Beverly Hills
Beverly Hills, CA
$300,000
***In Escrow*** - Profitable Manufacturer of Science Related Products
Los Angeles County, CA
$3,000,000
Reputable, Established HVAC & Refrigeration Business
Sacramento County, CA
$800,000
Aquarium Animal Import/Distribution with Excellent Industry Reputation
Los Angeles County, CA
$1,500,000
Home Health Care + Lifetime Membership
Orange County, CA
$35,000
Thriving, F/S Auto Repair In San Jose - NEW ASKING PRICE @ $325K
Santa Clara County, CA
$325,000
Wholesale Trade Home Furnishing Showroom
California
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $517,000
Join the Home Care Industry in a Growing Market!
Leon Valley, CA
$94,000
James Jung
COLDWELL BANKER BEST REALTY
Serving Orange County, CA
Coldwell Banker Best Realty is a trusted leader in real estate and business brokerage, proudly serving clients throughout California. Backed by the global strength of Coldwell Banker, our team combines local market expertise with international reach to deliver exceptional results. We specialize in residential, commercial, and business sales, offering professional guidance for buyers, sellers, and investors. Our mission is to connect people and opportunities with honesty, integrity, and proven strategies. With decades of experience and a reputation for excellence, Coldwell Banker Best Realty is dedicated to helping clients achieve their real estate and business goals with confidence.
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Home-Based Tile Installation Business with Established Clientele
Los Angeles County, CA
$75,000
Liquor Store
Santa Clara County, CA
$900,000
Spa & Massage
Contra Costa County, CA
$95,000
Auto Repair Shop – Real Estate Available
Orange County, CA
$195,000
Ramen Franchise Restaurant
San Diego County, CA
$950,000
Revolutionary CAE SaaS Company with Growth Potential
Alameda County, CA
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $155,000
Buy or Sell a Business in California
California is a huge state with a lot of money, so it's naturally a popular destination for businesses. The major industries in California include technology, agriculture, and entertainment, but the private business for sale market spans the gamut of sectors.
If you're looking to buy (or sell) a business in California, it helps to have some context on the market. We have aggregated and summarized the most current listings data to provide a basic overview of the business for sale market in California.
Market Overview
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Number of Businesses for Sale |
~5,500 |
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Median Asking Price |
$360,000 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$630,000 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$150,000 |
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Profit Margin |
23% |
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Earnings Multiple |
2.5 |
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Revenue Multiple |
0.6 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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Major Metro Areas
More than 80% of all businesses for sale in the state are in the following six metro areas:
- Fresno Metro Area
- Greater Los Angeles Area
- Modesto-Merced Area
- Sacramento Area
- San Francisco Bay Area
- Visalia-Hanford Area
How many businesses are listed for sale in California?
There are around 5,400 businesses for sale in California, with listings across various metro areas and statewide.
What types of businesses are for sale?
The marketplace in California is diverse, with all types of businesses in play.
- Food and Restaurants (approx. 1740)
- Retail (approx. 730)
- Service Businesses (approx. 570)
- Health Care and Fitness (approx. 440)
- Automotive and Boat (approx. 350)
- Manufacturing to Beauty and Personal Care, among others.
What is the average asking price for these businesses?
The median asking price for businesses listed for sale in California is $360,000.
What is the average revenue of these businesses?
The median reported revenue for these businesses is $630,000.
What is the average seller discretionary earnings?
The median reported earnings, often referred to as Seller Discretionary Earnings (SDE), is $150,000.
What are the average valuation multiples?
Typically, businesses are being listed with an earnings multiple of 2.5 and a revenue multiple of 0.6 when referring to the asking price.
Which cities in California have the most businesses listed for sale?
The cities with the highest number of listings are Los Angeles (approx. 480), San Diego (approx. 250), San Francisco (approx. 220), Sacramento (approx. 140), San Jose (approx. 120), Oakland (approx. 80), Long Beach (approx. 80), Anaheim (approx. 60), and Riverside (approx. 60).
How can California business owners sell their own businesses?
Most business owners will retain an experienced business broker, who will typically charge a 10-15% success fee. Some business owners choose to list their business for sale directly and take on the entire process on their own. This can be a complex and challenging task, requiring an understanding of the market, great marketing skills, and even better negotiating skills.
